By Nakasia Logan | January 6, 2025 President Irfaan Ali has praised the Guyana Police Force (GPF) Traffic Department for its significant progress in enhancing road safety throughout 2024. In his year-end remarks, President Ali highlighted the substantial reductions in fatal accidents, road fatalities, and major accidents, noting the positive impact of the Traffic Department’s […]
By Nakasia Logan | January 7, 2025 The University of Guyana Student Society (UGSS) has partnered with Women’s Haven to launch a new project aimed at addressing period poverty and promoting better feminine hygiene practices. The initiative, named “Washroom Amenities,” was officially launched on Monday during a ceremonial signing at the Guyana Manufacturing and Services […]
January 7, 2025 As many churches and religious organizations encourage fasting to start the new year, the health benefits of intermittent fasting are gaining attention locally and internationally. According to research from Johns Hopkins Medicine, intermittent fasting is not only safe but also effective in promoting health. Intermittent fasting is an eating plan that alternates […]
January 7, 2025 Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, has cautioned residents of Linden against squatting, as the government plans to regularize over 800 additional house lots in the region by mid-2025. During a meeting with residents in Victory Valley on Sunday, the Minister provided updates on the government’s efforts to improve land ownership […]
By Eric Collymore | January 7, 2025 West Indies cricket legend Clive Lloyd has strongly criticized the proposed two-tier structure for Test cricket, claiming that the idea “deeply disturbs” him. Lloyd, who led the West Indies to dominance in the 1970s and 1980s, is advocating for greater opportunities for struggling teams to compete against top-tier […]
By Delicia Janneire | January 7, 2025 The National Data Management Authority (NDMA) has successfully connected 215 out of 253 Amerindian communities with high-speed internet through STARLINK, and has also set up 146 ICT hubs in vulnerable and remote hinterland areas, as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance digital infrastructure. The initiatives were […]
By Delicia Janneire | January 7, 2025 The Ministry of Public Works has launched a $3 billion road rehabilitation project along the East Bank Demerara Corridor, spanning from Grove-Diamond to Good Success. The project, which is expected to be completed within three months, covers 1.6 kilometers of road and involves six contractors—five handling road and […]
By Celestine Chacon | January 7, 2025 The Ministry of Health has diagnosed and treated more than 24,000 cases of malaria in 2024, as reported by Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony. This significant number highlights the continued efforts to combat the disease and prevent its spread. Dr. Anthony shared these statistics during the Ministry’s […]
By Celestine Chacon | January 7, 2025 The Ministry of Labour has announced a 25% reduction in the number of worker complaints in 2024 compared to the previous year, crediting the decline to enhanced outreach efforts. Minister of Labour Joseph Hamilton shared the data during a press conference, highlighting the ministry’s commitment to improving the […]
By Kimberly Giddings | January 7, 2025 The Ministry of Housing and Water is on track to achieve 90% treated water coverage for coastal residents by the end of 2025, marking significant progress in improving the country’s water infrastructure. This ambitious goal comes as part of a broader strategy aimed at increasing access to clean […]